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Irvine, Calif. (July 26, 2018) – The Irvine Police Department (IPD) is joining the celebration for National Night Out. This annual tradition celebrated across the country will be held Aug. 7 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event offers a chance for neighbors to interact with each other and police…

There’s never been a smarter way to save energy and money with a smart thermostat. When you purchase a qualifying energy-efficient smart thermostat and successfully enroll in the Southern California Edison Smart Energy Program. How the Smart Energy Program works: During an SCE Energy Event, SCE…

Work in the Irvine Civic Center has affected the programming that Cox subscribers receive by watching ICTV on Channel 30. Maintenance will continue through Wednesday, July 18. Meanwhile, go to the City’s on demand programming: ICTV Channel 30

The attached photo shows Mayor Donald P. Wagner, in response to Irvine voters’ direction, signing a letter on Monday, July 16, 2018 to the California Department of Veterans withdrawing the Strawberry Fields site near the Great Park from any consideration for a state Veterans Cemetery. Last week,…

Celebrate National Drive-Thru Day with OC Waste & Recycling on Tuesday, July 24. Bring items such as e-waste, unused paints, pesticides, automotive products, batteries, and more to a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center (HHWCC). After “driving thru” one of the four HHWCC’s, visitors will…

Watch now as Mayor Donald P. Wagner addresses the City Council’s action on a state veterans cemetery.

Irvine Mayor Donald P. Wagner released the following statement concerning action taken by the City Council on July 10 regarding the advancement of a Veterans Cemetery in Irvine.   “In response to Irvine voters’ recent decision rejecting the location of a veterans cemetery at the Strawberry…

The Irvine City Council has chosen John A. Russo as its new City Manager, approving him at its July 10 meeting. His first day of work will be Monday, July 16. “As a City Council, we went through a lengthy recruitment process with a great result,” said Mayor Donald P. Wagner. “John Russo is the City…

Explore a new craft and take home your own masterpiece during hands-on workshops led by Irvine Fine Arts Center's exhibiting artists. Learn about the wrap and weft of a weaving as well as basic weave structures and finishing techniques, and take home a colorful weaving of your own design, at…

The Irvine City Council has chosen John A. Russo as its finalist for City Manager, and will formally consider hiring him at its July 10 meeting. Russo has 23 years of results-oriented public service gained through leadership positions in Oakland, Alameda, and Riverside. Having served as a City…

The Irvine Global Village Festival is seeking volunteers to assist in all areas of the City’s largest and most attended cultural event. The festival is Saturday, Sept. 22, at its new location, the Orange County Great Park. Volunteer shifts are available 7 a.m.-8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 21, through…

Irvine, Calif. (July 2, 2018) – This summer, Irvine Police Department officers will be rewarding local kids who are caught doing good deeds. For the 23rd year, 7-Eleven is working with local law enforcement to distribute free Slurpee drink coupons to youth through its popular “Operation Chill”…

​Irvine residents can attend a free viewing of the World Cup Final on the Great Park Championship Soccer Stadium’s giant scoreboard beginning at 8 a.m. on Sunday, July 15, courtesy of Orange County Soccer Club. No ticketing or RSVP needed. Visit Orange County Soccer Club for more event…

Join host Irvine Ranch Water District for a free presentation with UCCE Orange County, Master Gardener Greg Stevenson, a compost expert.  He will cover the basics of traditional composting and vermicomposting (using earthworms). Saturday, July 21 9 a.m. to noon…

The City of Irvine’s annual summer tradition returns on Sunday, July 8, when the Sizzlin’ Summer Concerts kick off at Mike Ward Community Park – Woodbridge. The community is invited to a series of six free family-friendly concerts out in the park covering a variety of musical tastes — from modern…

Irvine, Calif. (June 21, 2018) –  The Irvine Police Department (IPD) will conduct a sobriety checkpoint as part of the department’s continued commitment to reducing injuries and deaths caused by impaired drivers. The checkpoint will be conducted Friday, June 22, from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. in the…

The Orange County Great Park’s annual summer tradition returns Friday, June 22, when the Movies on the Lawn series kicks off. The community is invited to a series of seven free family-friendly movies; Flashback Friday films play at the Palm Court and Blockbuster Saturday movies will be screened on…

Irvine, Calif. (June 19, 2018): Another 48 acres of amenities are now open at the Orange County Great Park’s Sports Complex. Opened to the community on June 15 were six new synthetic soccer/lacrosse fields; a natural turf flex field that can accommodate four additional soccer fields; four…

Irvine, Calif. (June 14, 2018) – See amateur radio operators in action as the Irvine Disaster Emergency Communications (IDEC) team takes part in the American Radio Relay League 2018 Field Day. This annual event includes emergency preparedness demonstrations, tours of the IDEC and City of Irvine…

The Irvine Police Association presents the 35th Annual Concert on the Green and Fireworks Festival at Irvine High School. The day features live music, kids' activities, food court, and more. The evening culminates with a Pyro Musical Sky Concert and Fireworks Extravaganza at 9 p.m.  Ticket…